Excellent
#887 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Marian A. Peterson Middle
Middle School · Santa Clara Unified
1380 Rosalia Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#887 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#9 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Marian A. Peterson Middle
Marian A. Peterson Middle is a public middle school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Marian A.
Peterson Middle serves approximately 741 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marian A. Peterson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #887 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marian A. Peterson Middle show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Marian A. Peterson Middle runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Marian A. Peterson Middle — Students at Marian A. Peterson Middle score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Marian A. Peterson Middle Compares
See how Marian A. Peterson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1380 Rosalia Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marian A. Peterson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Laurelwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sutter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ponderosa Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SILICON VALLEY ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | — |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | — |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Sutter Elementary Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Ellis Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,778
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,222/mo
Population
58,126
College Educated
76.6%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marian A. Peterson Middle
What grades does Marian A. Peterson Middle serve?
Marian A. Peterson Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Marian A. Peterson Middle?
Marian A. Peterson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 741 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marian A. Peterson Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Marian A. Peterson Middle is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marian A. Peterson Middle rank in CA?
Marian A. Peterson Middle ranks #887 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marian A. Peterson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Marian A. Peterson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Marian A. Peterson Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marian A. Peterson Middle has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marian A. Peterson Middle a charter school?
No, Marian A. Peterson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marian A. Peterson Middle a Title I school?
No, Marian A. Peterson Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marian A. Peterson Middle?
22.5% of students at Marian A. Peterson Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 741
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (408) 423-2800
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #9 of 28
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